House of Keren Limited
African Beauty & Market Intelligence Intern
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African Beauty & Market Intelligence Intern (Germany & United Kingdom)
Location: Remote (Germany or the United Kingdom) with occasional attendance at industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities.
Duration: 12 Months
Internship Type: Unpaid Internship
Expenses: Approved travel expenses reimbursed
Start Date: Flexible
About House of Keren
House of Keren is a strategic advisory and market intelligence platform dedicated to advancing African Beauty across the DACH and UK markets. We support beauty brands, BeautyTech companies, salon equipment manufacturers, and aesthetic device businesses with market intelligence, retail readiness, strategic partnerships, and industry thought leadership to help them enter the European market.
Our vision is to position African Beauty as a recognised global beauty category by educating brands, retailers, and industry leaders while creating meaningful commercial opportunities across Europe.
As House of Keren grows, we are building a team of passionate individuals who want to shape the future of the beauty industry.
About the Internship
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within one of the fastest-growing areas of the global beauty industry. Working directly with the Founder, you will support research projects, industry reports, market analysis, and strategic initiatives that help African beauty brands successfully enter and grow within the UK and German markets.
This is an ideal opportunity for students or graduates interested in:
- Beauty Industry
- Cosmetics
- Skincare
- Haircare
- International Business
- Luxury Retail
- Brand Strategy
- Marketing
- Market Research
- Consumer Behaviour
Your Responsibilities
Market Intelligence & Industry Research
- Research beauty and personal care trends across Germany and the UK
- Monitor new product launches and emerging brands
- Analyse African Beauty brands entering European markets
- Track BeautyTech, salon equipment, and aesthetic device innovations
- Monitor retailer strategies and category developments
- Research European consumer behaviour and purchasing trends
- Contribute to House of Keren's market reports and white papers
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Retail & Competitive Analysis
Research and analyse leading retailers, including:
- Douglas
- Sephora
- Boots
- Flaconi
- Cult Beauty
- Space NK
- Selfridges
- Harrods
Responsibilities include:
- Product assortment reviews
- Pricing analysis
- Brand positioning
- Consumer trends
- In-store merchandising observations (where possible)
- Retail innovation monitoring
African Beauty Research
Support projects exploring:
- African botanical ingredients
- Ingredient innovation
- Sustainability initiatives
- Founder stories
- Beauty manufacturing across Africa
- Export opportunities
- European consumer awareness of African Beauty
You will contribute directly to House of Keren's goal of establishing African Beauty as a recognised category within Europe.
Content & Thought Leadership
Assist with:
- LinkedIn content research
- Industry articles
- White papers
- Newsletters
- Presentation development
- Conference research
- Case studies
- Beauty trend reports
Events & Industry Engagement
Support the planning and research for:
- Industry conferences
- Trade exhibitions
- Buyer roundtables
- Webinars
- Retail networking events
- Founder interviews
Where appropriate, you may also attend beauty events to support research and networking.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about beauty and innovation
- Curious about international markets
- Highly organised
- Analytical and detail-oriented
- A confident writer and communicator
- Interested in consumer behaviour and retail trends
- Comfortable working independently
- Excited about building something new
An interest in African Beauty, inclusive beauty, or sustainability would be advantageous but is not essential.
Applicants based in either Germany or the United Kingdom are encouraged to apply.
Skills & Qualifications
We welcome applications from students and graduates studying:
- Marketing
- International Business
- Beauty Management
- Cosmetic Science
- Fashion Business
- Luxury Brand Management
- Communications
- Journalism
- Economics
- Retail Management
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What You Will Gain
This internship has been designed to provide meaningful commercial experience rather than administrative support.
You will gain practical experience in:
- European beauty markets
- Market intelligence
- Consumer insights
- Retail strategy
- Strategic marketing
- International market entry
- Beauty industry research
- Thought leadership
- Professional networking
- White paper development
- Trend forecasting
You will also contribute to projects that are shared with founders, retailers, investors, and industry stakeholders across Europe.
Why Join House of Keren?
At House of Keren, we believe internships should provide genuine learning opportunities and meaningful industry exposure.
As part of our team, you will work alongside the Founder on projects that aim to shape the future of African Beauty within Europe.
You'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas, conduct original research, and help develop publications that influence conversations across the beauty industry.
This is more than an internship—it is an opportunity to join a growing platform focused on innovation, international trade, and the future of beauty.
Internship Details
- Duration: 12 Months
- Working Pattern: Flexible (Part-Time)
- Location: Remote (Germany or the United Kingdom)
- Salary: Unpaid
- Expenses: Reasonable pre-approved travel expenses reimbursed
Professional references will be provided upon successful completion of the internship.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your CV
- A one-page cover letter explaining why you are interested in African Beauty and European market trends
- Any examples of writing, research, or creative work (optional)
House of Keren welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds who are passionate about shaping the future of beauty, innovation, and international business.
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